UGC NET Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude Notes
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Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude Notes
Number series
Questions on number
series are prevalent in most of the exams. Almost 1-2 Questions come in the
exam from this topic.
- These
questions are based on numerical sequences that follow a logical rule/
pattern based on elementary arithmetic concepts.
- A
particular series is given from which the pattern must be analyzed. You
are then asked to predict the next number in the sequence following the
same rule
- There
are some numbers are wrongly put into the series of number and you need to
identify or correct them
UGC NET Reasoning Notes
- Try
to analyze the given pattern in UGC NET Mathematical Reasoning and
Aptitude Notes such as prime numbers, perfect squares, cubes, series of
known numbers like Mathematics progression (AP/GP), etc.
- Next..if
you are unable to find the familiar number:-
·
Calculate difference B/W the given series elements
·
Then observe the pattern indifference to see are they following
any regular pattern or known numbers like said above.
·
If the numbers are growing slowly its must be addition or
subtraction series
·
If the numbers are growing rapidly it might be a Square series
or cube or multiplicative series.
·
If the difference or sum doesn’t have any particular pattern it
must be an alternate number series.
- Now,
You need to t signifies that the series follows a complex
pattern. Check for cases like multiplying the number and adding/subtracting a constant number from it to reach the pattern.
Heads up! There is no defined way to solve number series.
The Ultimate trick
is to identify the numbers in the series and proceed accordingly.
How to Identify Common Patterns in
Number Series
The common patterns
asked in number series topic are-
Arithmetic
Series – This could be of two types. in which the next
term is obtained by adding/subtracting a constant number to its previous
term. “common difference” is the key here
Example: 4, 9, 14, 19 [In the given series pattern is
continued by adding 5 to the last number each time]
Furthermore, this could be mixed with Arithmetic Sequences with the
differences of consecutive numbers themselves form an arithmetic series.
Example: 1, 3, 6, …..[ in the given series 3 – 1 = 2, 6 –
3 = 3, ..
Now, we get an arithmetic sequence 2, 3,]
Geometric Sequence is multiplying by
the same value each time.
Example – 1, 3, 9,
27, … [ The pattern is continued by multiplying by 3 each time…]
Prime numbers-
- Squares/
cubes-
- The
pattern in differences-
The pattern in alternate numbers-
As the name of the series specifies, this type of series may
consist of two series combined into a single series. The alternating terms of
this series may form an independent series in itself.
Tips and Tricks for Number series for
NTA UGC NET EXAM
- Number
series questions are mostly numbered in the series are connected to each
other. When you identify the connection, solving the question becomes
easier for you.
- Identify
the pattern asked in the question. Once you identify the pattern, solving
the questions would be much easier.
- Once
you have identified the pattern, apply it to the number before/ after the
missing number in the series to get the answer.
FAQs- UGC NET Notes for Mathematical Reasoning and Aptitude
How many marks does a Mathematical Reasoning topic
contain?
The Mathematical Reasoning topic consists of 10 marks and
5 questions.
What is the difficulty level of mathematical reasoning and
aptitude in UGC NET?
The difficult level of mathematical reasoning and aptitude
in UGC NET is easy to moderate.
What is the most important topic in mathematical reasoning
and aptitude?
The most important topic of UGC NET mathematical reasoning
is the Number system.
What are the tips for solving number series in
Mathematical Aptitude?
Go through the above blog for the tips for solving number
series in Mathematical Aptitude.
What are the topics in Mathematical Reasoning?
Types of reasoning, Number series, Letter series, Codes,
and Relationships are the topics of Mathematical Reasoning.
What is the best book for Mathematical Reasoning?
You can practice Reasoning from S. Chand’s books. 1)
Non-Verbal Reasoning 2) Objective logical reasoning.
What is the best book for Mathematical Aptitude?
You can practice for Mathematical aptitude by RS Agrawal.
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